While not officially announced by the organization, UFC 125 is expected to take place Jan. 1 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas and air on pay-per-view.

After years of carrying the unofficial title of “world’s most boring fighter,” McKee, a former amateur wrestler, made a concerted effort to smash that mantle with two recent stoppage wins. The performances earned the outspoken 11-year-vet a shot in the world’s biggest mixed martial arts promotion.

Meanwhile, Volkmann opened his UFC career in difficult fashion after enduring back-to-back losses to top contenders Paulo Thiago and Martin Kampmann. However, since that tough skid, Volkmann has bounced back with decision wins over Paul Kelly and Ronys Torres.

The bout is expected to place on the evening’s preliminary card.

For more on UFC 125, stay tuned to the UFC Rumors section of the site.
(Pictured: Jacob Volkmann)

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